Alejandro Solis Email & Phone Number

San José, Costa Rica

Costa Rica

Developing and managing strategic work plans to meet USAID project objectives. Providing high-quality technical leadership, coordinating with local governments and stakeholders, and ensuring strong monitoring and evaluation systems. Maintain open communication with partners, compliance with regulations, oversight of high-risk areas, and maintaining positive relationships with key stakeholders like USAID and NASA.

San Jose, Costa Rica

San Jose, Costa Rica

San Jose, Costa Rica

As a Senior Manager for New Business Development at DAI, with a focus on European Union proposals, my role is spearheading the identification and cultivation of strategic partnerships and collaborations with key organizations and stakeholders across the EU and beyond. Driving the development of comprehensive and competitive proposals, leveraging your expertise in crafting coherent theories of change, formulating robust strategies, and ensuring the inclusion of highly qualified specialists. Your responsibilities include conducting thorough market analysis, recognizing emerging opportunities, and aligning them with DAI’s strategic objectives to expand its footprint in the international development sector. Additionally, play a role in mentoring and guiding the team through the processes of proposal development, ensuring adherence to EU regulations and guidelines, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence within the organization.

San Jose, Costa Rica

As a Principal Researcher on a pivotal contract, I led an ambitious project for the USAID Digital Technology team, focusing on unraveling the intricate nexus between digital technology and climate change. I orchestrated comprehensive research efforts to illuminate the vast landscape of opportunities, risks, and challenges associated with leveraging digital innovation for climate change mitigation, adaptation, and resilience. My endeavors aimed to demystify how cutting-edge digital solutions—ranging from AI and big data analytics to IoT and blockchain—could be harnessed to foster environmental sustainability. Through meticulous analysis, I elucidated key insights into how digital technologies could serve as both a boon and a bane in the fight against climate change, highlighting the nuanced balance required to maximize benefits while mitigating adverse impacts. This groundbreaking work not only charted a path forward for integrating digital solutions into environmental strategies but also set a benchmark for future research in the domain, underscoring the critical role of digital innovation in shaping a sustainable future.

Costa Rica

As Manager of the DAI Sustainable Business Group, my main focus is on creating the Supplier Management Portal. In this role, I am responsible for managing multicultural teams and ensuring that our clients in countries such as Papua New Guinea, Guyana, Uganda, and Tanzania receive the best service possible. Client-facing work is a significant part of my job, and I pride myself on providing top-notch service and building strong relationships with our clients. It is a challenging role that I find incredibly rewarding, and I am constantly learning and growing in my position.

Costa Rica

As the Principal Technologist at the Center for Digital Acceleration, I led the creation of new innovative products designed to benefit low and middle-income countries. I also played a critical role in supporting dozens of projects aimed at providing technological solutions to help combat the challenges posed by the pandemic.Throughout my tenure, I spearheaded the development of cutting-edge products that could be scaled up and deployed in challenging environments. I worked with a talented team of developers and designers to create solutions that were responsive to the unique needs of users in LMICs. My efforts resulted in the successful launch of several products that improved access to critical services, such as healthcare and education.In addition to my product development responsibilities, I provided strategic guidance and technical support to various projects to address pandemic-related challenges. I worked closely with clients and stakeholders to identify areas where technology could be leveraged to improve outcomes. I also provided hands-on support to help teams develop and implement solutions.

Costa Rica

As Digital Specialist, I was responsible for supporting the Center for Digital Acceleration by creating and designing innovative solutions for various projects across the organization. My work was crucial in helping DAI achieve its mission of driving economic growth and sustainable development around the world.

Costa Rica

As an ICT Specialist for the USAID Climate Change Program, I had the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that aimed to address the urgent issue of climate change. One of my most significant contributions was creating "Centro Clima," the first clearinghouse for Central America that provided valuable information and resources related to climate change adaptation and mitigation. Additionally, I developed multiple apps, including Coffee Cloud, that helped farmers make data-driven decisions and mitigate the impacts of climate change on their crops. Through my expertise in information and communication technologies, I was able to develop innovative solutions that had a positive impact on communities in Central America. My work at USAID allowed me to combine my passion for technology and my commitment to sustainability, making it an immensely rewarding experience.

Costa Rica

As a Project Manager at IBM, I had the privilege of leading complex infrastructure projects in Managed Services for the Americas and Canada, serving global accounts and managing international teams. Through my strong leadership and communication skills, I successfully executed projects from initiation to completion, meeting project goals, timelines, and budgets. My ability to effectively manage stakeholders, mitigate risks, and identify opportunities for innovation allowed me to deliver exceptional results consistently. I demonstrated a deep understanding of the technology landscape and leveraged my expertise to provide strategic guidance and drive the success of the projects. My dedication to excellence and passion for delivering high-quality solutions made me an asset to the IBM team.

San José, Costa Rica

IT management, Digital Products Management

Costa Rica

Worked as a Manager of all operations in Costa Rica, in charge of IT and HR operations

Tegucigalpa, Francisco Morazán, Honduras

As a UN Volunteer in Honduras, I worked as a project analyst for social implementations, supporting and coordinating the implementation of various community development projects. During my time there, I also wrote a proposal for the "Clic" project, which aimed to develop educational software to teach all primary school teachers in the country how to use essential office software. This project had the potential to significantly impact the quality of education in Honduras by increasing the technological literacy of teachers and students alike. My experience as a UN Volunteer in Honduras was incredibly fulfilling, and I am proud to have played a part in improving the lives of the people in that community.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Forest Engineer, Bachelor In Sciences

A Forest Engineering graduate from Tecnológico de Costa Rica (TEC) highlights the innovative program's focus on environmental services.

Transformational Leadership

Apply leadership skills to manage teams towards a common vision. Identify your strengths and areas for improvement as a leader to guide.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Finance, General